Dad, take heart. You can get through this. Face your fears. Do hard things. You'll realise this: they produced some of the greatest joys in your life.
Nathaniel Marsh
When I called for men to talk about their mental health, I wasn’t sure what the response would be. But the comments from readers show that many men do want to speak about their emotions, although they feel they are not being heard.
Guest Writer
Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s story is compelling and illuminates many important issues for us today. Hopefully, like me, you’ll be encouraged and spurred on in your fatherhood while watching this film. Stand strong, be a guide to others, protect, and lead your family in love.
Nathaniel Marsh
In a time when the view of marriage has shifted from a lifelong vow with responsibilities and duties to a feelings-based contract, marriage can really seem devoid of worth. Yet this viewpoint is incorrect and even dangerous.
Guest Writer
New South Wales police exposed a $1.3 billion scheme for making fraudulent child sexual abuse claims. Here’s solid evidence that false rape claims are absolutely rampant, particularly when it comes to raking in money from our shockingly slack victims’ compensation schemes.
Bettina Arndt
As a father, prioritising exercise is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your family. Not only will you reap the physical and mental health benefits, but you’ll also strengthen your role as a positive influence in your kids’ lives.
Warwick Marsh
“Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male is Struggling, Why it Matters, and What to Do About It” by Richard V. Reeves is a comprehensive exploration of the contemporary challenges faced by boys and men in the Western world, particularly in the United States.
John Stapleton
Jason Smith and his wife Paulina, in their Purposeful Parenting scheme, have designed various rites of passage for their teen children centering on fun, responsibility and service as they mature into adulthood. Read on to glean some ideas about how to shape your teen's destiny with such memorable moments.
Warwick Marsh
Warren Farrell, once a leading figure in the National Organization for Women, pivoted his focus to men’s issues after recognising overlooked aspects of male experience. In “The Myth of Male Power”, Farrell argues that society has misunderstood the nature of power concerning gender.
John Stapleton
"My Brother, My Brother, My Brother" is a play for our sons that celebrates the forgotten beauty of masculinity, starring Odysseus, Joshua Bruce and Tom Dray.
Guest Writer
Together with our International Men’s Day Facebook campaign and the organic explosion of International Men’s Day across the world, we, with your help, are saving thousands of men across the world from premature death from suicide.
Warwick Marsh
Why men’s issues are not taken seriously is a question we often ask ourselves at Dads4Kids. We have been advocating for men’s issues in Australia’s Parliament for over 20 years. We also sponsor International Men’s Day on November 19.
Nathaniel Marsh
The theme for the 2024 International Men’s Day is ‘Positive Male Role Models.’ It is a time to celebrate good examples of men and to raise awareness of men’s well-being.
Don Mathis
As we cultivate our character, we become the man we can be. And our children will thank us!
Nathaniel Marsh
From my own experience growing up in a fractured family, good relationships with both family and friends are critical for health, wellbeing and success.
Warwick Marsh
It is a huge challenge for men to keep their sexual integrity in a p*rnified world. Greg’s p*rn addiction cost him his marriage, his house and his children. It’s a heartbreaking story. Ultimately, Greg’s tale of woe is a story of hope, victory and freedom — but at what a price!
Warwick Marsh
Contrary to common beliefs, up to one in three victims of sexual assault and at least one in three victims of family violence and abuse are male.
Guest Writer
Our conference on Restoring the Presumption of Innocence was an outstanding success. Messages are pouring in from many of the 200-plus people who sat rapt as our powerful speakers revealed the shocking state of justice facing men in this country.
Bettina Arndt
Earlier this year, another true-blue Aussie hero, Martin Stevenson from PowerPlus NSW, reached out to Dads4Kids. Like Chris Woods, Martin is a courageous man, doing what he can with what he has to raise much-needed funds and awareness for the men and fathers of Australia.
Nathaniel Marsh
“One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,” are the immortal words of Neil Armstrong when he stepped onto the moon. Perhaps that is what Chris Woods was thinking when she decided to walk across Australia to help men, and particularly fathers.
Warwick Marsh
Father’s Day is for all the dads you know, so let’s consider broadening the boundaries of Father’s Day to include a few more men who could use an encouraging word. Here are a few men to keep in mind on Father’s Day and questions to help inspire a meaningful message.
Guest Writer
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